Jobs · Management · Illinois

Forklift Driver 1st Shift

Pure's Food Specialties, LLC. · Melrose Park, IL · 3 wk ago
Management$20–$20.25/hrFull-time

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Forklift Operator to join our team for the third shift. The ideal candidate will have experience operating forklifts, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of goods in a warehouse or distribution environment.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and maintain inventory
  • Organize and secure materials, such as boxes, bales, pallets, and super stacks in a safe way
  • Pick orders from inventory using a pick sheet
  • Shrink wrap pallets to prepare them for shipping
  • Weigh products and/or loads and record weight
  • Move hazardous materials
  • Report any faulty equipment, damage to racks, or other potential safety hazards
  • Take certification update courses
  • Maintain a clean work area
  • Analyze production schedules to determine movement, deliveries, and material requirements
  • Maintain equipment by cleaning, oiling, recharging, refueling, etc.
  • Consult and coordinate with manager, employees, other departments, and equipment manufacturers regarding loading and unloading operations
  • Attend meetings with manager and coworkers
  • Prepare, present and/or approve bill of ladings
  • Check-in and approve new shipments
  • Perform quality checks
  • Adhere to uniform requirement
  • Ensure the oldest products are picked first by rotating stock
  • Be alert of other employees in the work zone
  • Report quality variances to the proper channels
  • Use radio frequency equipment as needed for picking, put-away, receiving, and load functions
  • Comply with OSHA Standards

Requirements

  • 1-3 years of certified forklift experience
  • Preferred sit-down forklift and pallet jack experience
  • Basic math skills
  • Ability to communicate and read labels in English (Bilingual preferred)

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This position works in a manufacturing facility.

Frequently carry or lift 50 pounds or more.

Schedule

Monday - Friday and Saturdays when needed
5:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Benefits

  • Healthcare coverage including medical, dental and vision
  • 401k Plan
  • Short-term disability available
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and paid sick leave

Pay

$20.00/hr to $20.25/hr

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